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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Cardiff will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 2 trains that leave Middlesbrough for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 368 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:176h09Middlesbrough12:26Cardiff£901One-way0 changes- 8:256h00Middlesbrough14:25Cardiff£1841One-way0 changes
- 8:256h00Middlesbrough14:25Cardiff£1841One-way0 changes
- 6:176h09Middlesbrough12:26Cardiff£901One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 368 km
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£144 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:17 Middlesbrough | 6h09 | 12:26 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:25 Middlesbrough | 6h00 | 14:25 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Middlesbrough to Cardiff trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Middlesbrough to Cardiff.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Middlesbrough to Cardiff.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Cardiff
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 18:26. The fastest train covers the 368 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 368 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 18:26 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Middlesbrough to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Cardiff from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Middlesbrough to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Cardiff by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Cardiff
Most Middlesbrough to Cardiff trains use the Middlesbrough to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Middlesbrough from Middlesbrough city centre
Middlesbrough train station facilities and services
Middlesbrough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Middlesbrough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to South Bank from Middlesbrough city centre
South Bank is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
South Bank train station facilities and services
South Bank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Bank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Bank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Bank: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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